Oma’s Musings: Embracing Empty Nest and Beyond

Hello, I'm Kathy, also known as Oma by my grandkids. As a Christian woman, I'm eager to share my faith and all aspects of living life according to God's Word. If you're an empty nester or retiree looking to declutter, organize, and thrive in your senior years, you've come to the right place! Join me for practical tips on home organization, technology hacks, and staying active. Let's navigate this new chapter together with wisdom, creativity, and humor. Subscribe for weekly insights and inspiration to make the most of your golden years!

How Gratitude Can Help Improve Your Life

Practicing gratitude means appreciating the blessings in your life, big or small. It helps you focus on the positive and can improve your well-being.

10-18
04:54

How And Why We Need To Pray For Our Husbands

Are you looking for ways to bless your husband with the power of prayer? Do you want to help him grow in faith, love, and purpose? Do you want to support him in his challenges,dreams? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then listen in on why and how we should pray for our husbands. struggles, and https://omasmusings.com/2023/09/24/how-and-why-to-pray-for-your-husband/

10-10
06:09

Decluttering Our Hearts

Decluttering Our Hearts is as important as decluttering our homes. When approaching this situation, it takes a lot of courage and humility. It can be challenging when Jesus reveals the true condition of your heart, which might make you resist a little. Here are some steps to consider. Check out my Jesus Declutter My Heart design in my Etsy shop: https://omasmusings.etsy.com/listing/1566365202 https://omasmusings.com/2023/10/03/ask-jesus-to-declutter-your-heart/

10-07
03:42

Why I Choose Not To Drink Alcohol

Sometimes, I face ridicule because I choose not to drink. It seems that people avoid spending time with my husband and me because of our decision to abstain from alcohol. However, we are fun individuals, and our choice not to drink is based on various reasons. I will explain why in this episode.

08-14
08:03

My Nugget of Wisdom Cards

Every grandmother wants to share words of wisdom with her beloved family members. I created this card so you can start your very own collection of words to pass down, even to future generations you might never meet.  You can purchase this instant downloadable printable in my new Etsy Shop. Here is the blog post I mentioned. I show a picture of the journal I write in: https://omasmusings.com/2023/04/21/lessons-of-love-a-grandmothers-journal/ Remember to use discount code PROMO to get $1 off your Nugget of Wisdom Card download. Thank you for supporting my small business.

07-08
05:11

The ABC's of Salvation

This is mostly for my family and anyone else who wants to know how they can be saved from the penalty of death. I took this from my pastor who typically ends all of his sermons with the ABC's of Salvation. I have made some changes from how he says it and used the NIRV Bible verses for the scripture references.

12-09
03:50

Grace and Mercy. What is the difference?

Sharing a story today about a young woman who credits God’s mercy for where she is today in her career.

11-18
04:26

Siri Tech Tip

Easy way to access Siri!

09-14
03:09

Set A Timer

Have you ever looked at your schedule for the day and instantly felt the feeling of dread and exhaustion? The other day my daughter told me about all the things on her schedule and it exhausted me listening to them! I encouraged her to take them one thing at a time and not psych herself out!

09-14
02:18

Minimalism Can Lead To Contentment and Serenity

Minimalism leads to contentment and serenity. I know many will disagree, but hear me out.

08-29
03:28

Go on a Spending Freeze!

Do you find yourself rewarding yourself with STUFF? How has that worked out for you? Do you find that it may be a temporary satisfaction?

08-28
04:22

How To Create Momentum

Can't seem to find motivation to get started on decluttering. Motivation takes action. Start with one thing. Baby steps.  Read how doing dishes helped Dana from A Slob Comes Clean: https://www.aslobcomesclean.com/2016/03/it-really-does-just-start-with-clean-dishes/

08-26
03:34

The Five Minute Pickup

Five minutes! See what you can do in five minutes! Get the family involved! Link to A Slob Comes Clean: https://www.aslobcomesclean.com/5-minute-pickup/

08-24
03:13

Why Decluttering Is Important To Me

What motivates me to declutter my home? In my podcast I talk about the unfortunate occasions when Shawn and I had to clean out our parents’ homes.

08-18
04:42

Dana's Visibility Rule

I am reading Dana K. White's Book Decluttering At The Speed of Life and learned about her visibility rule. I watch one of your YouTube's where she used this rule to help a woman declutter a visible space in her home.  Link to video: https://youtu.be/XewORUI5wXw Affiliate link to Dana's Book (I do get a small commission if you buy, but keep in mind this is a FREE Prime Read):  https://amzn.to/3dDwLCs

08-16
04:00

Advice

Have you ever given, let’s say, your husband some advice and he doesn’t take it, but when your neighbor gives him the same advice, he takes it.

08-14
01:51

Frog Projects

Have you ever heard about Frog Projects?  As I continue to listen to Dawn from Minimal Mom and her YouTube episode 6 Minimalism Tools for Less Clutter & More Control, her second tip is about Frog Project. The concept comes from the book Eat That Frog.  Link to Minimal Mom: https://youtu.be/MI6Jjh8j0uk                    Link to Eat That Frog (This is an affiliate from which I receive a small commission) https://amzn.to/3vT3tGf

08-11
02:12

Quarantine Boxes

Today I listened in on Dawn from Minimal Mom. In this video, she gives 6 minimalism tools for less clutter and more control.    Today, I am going to talk about Quarantine Bins. I love this idea! https://youtu.be/MI6Jjh8j0uk

08-10
04:05

It's like a puzzle

Sharing a tip from my own experience while helping someone organize a closet and how they became overwhelmed.

08-09
02:45

Let’s Talk About Containers

Recently listened to Dana from A Slob Comes Clean and she talked about her Container Concept. Here is the link to her video: https://youtu.be/_24PoIZSmVs

08-07
03:58

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